Class 1 Hgv Driver

recycling management limited; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Overtime opportunities

Brand-new vehicle

Company pension

Free parking

Uniform & PPE

Friendly environment

Long-term career

Job summary

RML Transport Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driver to join the expanding transport team in the West Midlands. You will drive a brand-new, modern vehicle, performing bulk tipper and curtain-side deliveries, Monday to Friday 7:00am-5:00pm with overtime opportunities and occasional nights out.

Responsibilities include safe operation, daily checks, loading/unloading, paperwork, and delivering excellent customer service while adhering to DVSA regulations and company safety

Qualifications

• Full UK Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card is required.
• 3+ years Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of the West Midlands road network.
• Safety-conscious and professional attitude.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 (C+E) HGV vehicle in line with DVSA regulations.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Complete collections and deliveries safely, efficiently and on schedule.
• Ensure loads are secure and transported per legal requirements.
• Accurate delivery paperwork and driver documentation.
• Follow Drivers' Hours, Working Time Directive and Tachograph rules.
• Deliver excellent customer service and represent the company professionally.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

UK Class 1 HGV Licence (C+E)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Previous Class 1 HGV experience

West Midlands road knowledge

Professional, reliable attitude

Customer service skills

Clean licence

3+ years Class 1 driving

Job description

Join Our Transport Team

RML Transport Solutions Ltd, part of a long-established and respected recycling business operating throughout the West Midlands, is looking to recruit an experienced and professional Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driver to join our expanding transport team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, family-run business that prides itself on reliability, customer service and investing in both its people and fleet. You'll be driving a brand-new, modern Class 1 vehicle, working primarily Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities and long-term job security.

About the Role

As a Class 1 HGV Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of materials throughout the West Midlands and surrounding areas. You will play a key role in representing the business, ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, professionally and on time.

The role will primarily involve operating bulk tipper and curtain-side trailers within the metals and recycling industry.

Occasional nights out may be required to meet operational requirements.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 (Category C+E) HGV vehicle in accordance with all DVSA regulations.
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects.
• Carry out collections and deliveries safely, efficiently and on schedule.
• Ensure loads are secure and transported in accordance with legal requirements.
• Complete all delivery paperwork and driver documentation accurately.
• Comply with Drivers' Hours, Working Time Directive and Tachograph regulations.
• Deliver excellent customer service and represent the company professionally at all times.
• Follow all company Health & Safety and environmental procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Class 1 (Category C+E) HGV Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous Class 1 HGV driving experience
• Excellent knowledge of the West Midlands road network.
• Professional, reliable and safety-conscious attitude.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A clean driving licence is preferred.
• A minimum of three years' Class 1 driving experience is preferred.

Desirable Experience

• Applicants with any of the following experience will be at an advantage:
• Bulk tipper trailer operation.
• Curtain-side trailer operation.
• Metals, recycling or waste management industry experience.
• Experience transporting scrap metal or recyclable materials.

What We Offer

• - Competitive pay from £17.00 per hour.
• - Attendance bonus.
• - Overtime opportunities.
• - Monday to Friday working.
• - Brand-new, modern vehicle.
• - Company pension.
• - Free on-site parking.
• - Uniform and PPE provided.
• - Friendly, supportive working environment.
• - Long-term career opportunity within a well-established and growing business